LPG trailers often look like an LPG tank on wheels. Not the one from Exosent Engineering on display at the recent North American Commercial Vehicle Show.
Hirschbach Motor Lines wasn't getting the expected fuel economy returns from its aerodynamic devices until the fleet sought the help of Mesilla Valley Transportation to conduct proper testing.
Rocketail announced a new contact response hinge that allows its aerodynamic Wings to be closed when needed.
Maxion unveiled several new commercial vehicle wheels and related innovations designed to tackle some of the challenges faced by North American fleets.
The OEM said its new VNR 660 is aimed at truck operations seeking to increase payload capacity while remaining within certain federal or state length and weight restrictions.
In addition to being offered on new International trucks, the Custom Drive Wheel Fairing system will be available for aftermarket purchase through the International Truck dealer network.
Mack Trucks has added an extended chassis fairing option for its flagship Anthem model. The fairing is designed to improve fuel efficiency by directing air around the rear axles.
Mesilla Valley Transportation announced that it would be equipping all of its new trailers with the FlowBelow Trailer AeroSlider system, an aerodynamic device that reduces drag from a trailer's wheels and suspension.
The Environmental Protection Agency is making some changes to its SmartWay program that offers information on verified fuel-efficient technologies. Day cabs are now eligible for the SmartWay designation, and research into fuel-efficient retreads will result in changes to how those products are classified.
One might wonder what impact all that heavy metal stuck out in front of the highly aerodynamic profiles honed by truck makers can have on cheating the wind.